Why is galicia so popular?

Answer 1

Art: the capital city of Santiago de Compostela was declared by UNESCO as a world heritage site, among other locations. Galician fine arts and craftsmanship have traditionally been among the best in the world.

Cuisine: with specialities such as polvo(octopus), empada (pie), caldo (broth), marisco (seafood), filhoas (crepes), lacão com grelos (stew), alvarinho and ribeiro wines, queijos (cheese), etc.

History: Recent theories argue that Atlantic Celtic culture might have originated in the area that now occupies Galicia. Also, Galicia is often considered to be "the first country in Europe", as it was the first stable independent kingdom to emerge after the fall of the Roman Empire (411 CE).

Landscape: with famed breath-taking scenery.

Language: Old Galician gave way to modern Galician and Portuguese languages, considered by many still the same language. In any case, Galicia is the cradle of a major world language.

Literature: Galicia has produced fine literature since 13thC, from Medieval Cantigas to modern authors such as Rosalia de Castro, Castelao, Pedraio, Novoneira, Cunqueiro, Avilés de Taramancos, Celso Emilio Ferreiro, Rivas, etc.

Music and dance: from traditional melodies to rock. Galician Folk Music and dance is specially popular in some circuits.

International projection: Thanks to millions of emigrants, and the outstanding expansion of the Galician fishing and merchant fleet, the name of Galicia has been spread all over the globe. The social, historical and cultural significance of the 'Way of St James' (pilgrimage route) has also been crucial.

Sports: football (soccer) clubs have helped to put Galicia on the map. Galician rowing, roller hockey, cycling, handball, Martial Arts and sailing are also renowned.

Answer 2

Art: the capital city of Santiago de Compostela was declared by UNESCO as a world heritage site, among other locations. Galician fine arts and craftsmanship have traditionally been among the best in the world.

Cuisine: with specialities such as polvo(octopus), empada (pie), caldo (broth), marisco (seafood), filhoas (crepes), lacão com grelos (stew), alvarinho and ribeiro wines, queijos (cheese), etc.

History: Recent theories argue that Atlantic Celtic culture might have originated in the area that now occupies Galicia. Also, Galicia is often considered to be "the first country in Europe", as it was the first stable independent kingdom to emerge after the fall of the Roman Empire (411 CE).

Landscape: with famed breath-taking scenery.

Language: Old Galician gave way to modern Galician and Portuguese languages, considered by many still the same language. In any case, Galicia is the cradle of a major world language.

Literature: Galicia has produced fine literature since 13thC, from Medieval Cantigas to modern authors such as Rosalia de Castro, Castelao, Pedraio, Novoneira, Cunqueiro, Avilés de Taramancos, Celso Emilio Ferreiro, Rivas, etc.

Music and dance: from traditional melodies to rock. Galician folk music and dance is specially popular in some circuits.

International projection: Thanks to millions of emigrants, and the outstanding expansion of the Galician fishing and merchant fleet, the name of Galicia has been spread all over the globe. The social, historical and cultural significance of the 'Way of St James' (pilgrimage route) has also been crucial.

Sports: football (soccer) clubs have helped to put Galicia on the map. Galician rowing, roller hockey, cycling, handball, martial arts and sailing are also renowned.

Answer 3

Nothing draws them there